Routine Ear Checks for Pets: What to Look For and When to Clean You're giving your dog a good scratch behind the ears when you notice them leaning into it a little too enthusiastically, followed by some vigorous head shaking. Or maybe your cat has been pawing at one ear more than usual, and there's [...]
From Elimination Diets to GI Biopsies: Solving Persistent Vomiting Problems The first episode seems like bad luck. The second raises an eyebrow. By the fifth or tenth time, it becomes clear that something systematic is happening, something that requires investigation rather than hoping it resolves on its own. Chronic vomiting forces families to confront the [...]
Laser Therapy and Acupuncture: Modern Pain Relief Options for Your Pet Wondering about pain relief options for your pet that don’t involve more pills? Pain and mobility issues affect your pet's quality of life and leave you searching for solutions that provide real relief without relying solely on medications. Modern veterinary medicine has come a [...]
Parasite Protection: What Every Pet Owner Should Know What do you do when you notice your pet constantly scratching or showing signs of being run down? It’s stressful to see your pet uncomfortable, and sometimes the cause is more serious than simple irritation- and tinier than you can see with your naked eye. Parasites like [...]
How Early Cancer Diagnosis Can Save a Pet’s Life What if you noticed your animal acting just a little bit “off”? Maybe they're sleeping more or eating less, and you find yourself wondering if it's just old age or something more serious. That moment of concern is exactly why routine veterinary visits are so important. [...]
Healthy Aging for Cats: Early Detection of Senior Diseases Your cat may still act playful, but their body tells a different story with age. Common senior conditions, like kidney disease, high blood pressure, or arthritis, can progress silently until symptoms become severe. Preventive care, regular bloodwork, and keen observation help ensure your cat stays healthy [...]
Kennel Cough in Dogs: Protecting Against the Common Canine Cold Is your dog staying up all night coughing? That persistent, honking cough after boarding or daycare is often a sign of kennel cough- a contagious respiratory infection that spreads quickly in social environments. Vaccination, hygiene, and prompt veterinary care reduce symptoms and prevent complications. At [...]
The Cost of Putting Off Your Pet's Dental Cleaning A cracked tooth from chewing a hard toy, bleeding gums after a meal, or a sudden reluctance to eat kibble are all signs that dental disease may be taking hold. What begins as mild irritation or plaque buildup can spiral into infection, bone loss, and painful [...]
Protecting Pet Vision: Common Issues and Urgent Care Needs A dog rubbing their face on the carpet until an eye is swollen, or a cat waking up with one eye sealed shut, are scenarios that should never be ignored. These sudden changes are more than just minor irritations- they can be the first signs of [...]
When It’s Time to Say Goodbye: End-of-Life Care for Pets When your pet reaches the final stage of life, every moment becomes more meaningful and every decision more personal. At Woodland Springs Veterinary Hospital, we believe that end-of-life care should be guided by compassion, honesty, and the unwavering belief that your pet deserves to be [...]